Rock Climbing in Isili and around Oristano
Isili is in the centre of Sardinia and is one of Sardinia's popular rock climbing areas with many superb roof climbs. The rock climbing around Oristano covers many different types of rock, from limestone, basalt in the north, and granite bouldering to the west. With the exception of the rock climbing at Isili, all the rock climbing in the Oristano area has recently been developed, and therefore offers tremendous scope for adding new routes.
| No | Crag | Type of Climbing | Type of Rock | Grade Range | Single or Multi-pitch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Isili | Sport | Limestone | 5a to 8b+ | Single |
| 2 | Samugheo | Sport | Limestone | 5c+ to 7b+ | Single |
| 3 | Monte Arci | Sport | Basalt | 4c to 8a+ | Single |
| 4 | Billa Bong | Bouldering | Granite | No info | N/A |
| 5 | Castello del Vento | Sport | Basalt | 5c to 6b | Single |
| 6 | Sant' Antonio | Bouldering | Basalt | 4c to fb-6c | N/A |
Map of the Rock Climbing areas around Oristano including Isili
Rock Climbing in Isili, located in the centre of the island, is one of Europe's premier roof climbing areas. Many of the routes require superb pocket pulling on outrageously steep rock that overhangs up to 45°. In total there are 18 separate crags in this area. There are easier routes, for instance at the Pietra Filosfale sector, but the minimum you need to climb at is F6a to fully enjoy the area. First developed in 1988, many of the 250-odd routes have recently been re-equipped with new bolts.
It is possible to rock climb at Isili throughout the year although in the summer there are only a few sectors where you can find shade. To climb all the sport routes in this area, a single 60m rope and up to 16 quickdraws will be sufficient.